Transylvanian recipe: the “Socata” with elderflowers

transylvanian recipe socata

Today, we propose you the socata recipe! It is actually a traditional sweet drink in Transylvania, made from elderflowers, similar to lemonade. This drink is very low in alcohol, but it has a special taste and flavor, which immediately brings to mind the first weeks of summer. To prepare a “socata“, you need elderflowers – […]

What is Romanian zacusca?

Romanian zacusca: a grilled vegetable tapenade Romanian Zacusca or vegetable caviar is a spread made only from vegetables.It is a product traditionally made in Transylvania, and only there.At the end of summer and t fall, with the abundance of vegetables, every family strives to waste nothing and makes this tasty spreadable vegetable paste.The Romanian Zacusca […]

Christmas traditions in Romania: the Colinde

Colinde et colindatori traditions de noel en Roumanie et transylvanie maramures bucovine moldavie traditii de craciun romania

According to tradition, on the morning of Christmas Eve, the first singers roam the village, from house to house, to sing a song called “Buna dimineata” (ed. “Hello”). In the past, they were rewarded with nuts, apples or covrigi (round crackers) but today they are given sweets and money.

Stuffed Peppers Recipe – Ardei umpluti

recette facile poivrons farcis roumains ardei umpluti

Here is a dish that can be found in many countries, in various forms: stuffed eggplants, stuffed tomatoes… here are stuffed peppers!
If you sometimes wonder how to clear your conscience by eating a few vegetables with a lot of meat? Well I think this recipe should please you.

Pastrami

recette de pastrami maison fumé à froid central transylvania

Pastrami, well known beyond the Atlantic, has deeply European origins.

It is one of the culinary specialties found in Romania, most often prepared with lamb or pork.

We offer you a DIY recipe, so you can make it at home!

Discover some Romanian appetizers

idees d'aperitifs découverte originaux avec de sproduits roumains

We offer you some ideas for toasts and appetizers that will allow you to discover and introduce people to Romanian products with confidence, and in a very easy way.
We had the opportunity to test these recipes at events, or with partners, and they were a great success. The choice of products as well as the arrangement of the dishes count for a lot in the success of your toasts!

Beef salad

Beef salad is a traditional Romanian and Moldavian dish, usually served on festive and special occasions. It’s a combination of finely ground beef and vegetables, tossed in mayonnaise and finished with pickled vegetable toppings. Let’s discover this tasty salad together!

How to organize a trip in Romania from France

visiter la roumanie

For a stay in Eastern Europe, choose Romania. With its continental climate, go there during the season you prefer and discover these little-known landscapes.

For a short or medium stay, stroll the streets of Bucharest through typical villages to the famous Dracula’s castle. Live an unsuspected adventure and take the opportunity to spend a pleasant holiday.

We are going to give you some advice for organizing a stay in Romania.

Discover Romanian dishes

decouvrir la gastronomie roumaine

For a stay in Eastern Europe, choose Romania. With its continental climate, go there during the season you prefer and discover these little-known landscapes.

For a short or medium stay, stroll the streets of Bucharest through typical villages to the famous Dracula’s castle. Live an unsuspected adventure and take the opportunity to spend a pleasant holiday.

We are going to give you some advice for organizing a stay in Romania.

Restrictions due to COVID to go to Romania

restrictions covid pour aller en roumanie

For a stay in Eastern Europe, choose Romania. With its continental climate, go there during the season you prefer and discover these little-known landscapes.

For a short or medium stay, stroll the streets of Bucharest through typical villages to the famous Dracula’s castle. Live an unsuspected adventure and take the opportunity to spend a pleasant holiday.

We are going to give you some advice for organizing a stay in Romania.